Preferred HealthCare (PHC)
medical
Summary
Preferred HealthCare (PHC) is a medical payer. Claims route under payer ID 33898, with 1 alternate ID in use across clearinghouses. Through clearinghouses it supports professional claims and institutional claims.
At a glance
- Payer ID
33898Also seen as 5253- Also known as
- Preferred Health Care (PHC)
Clearinghouse transaction setup
Which EDI transactions this payer supports, and how long clearinghouse enrollment typically takes when it is required.
| Transaction | Enrollment | Typical setup |
|---|---|---|
| Professional claims (837P) | Not required | Immediate |
| Institutional claims (837I) | Not required | Immediate |
Common questions
- What is the payer ID for Preferred HealthCare (PHC)?
- The payer ID for Preferred HealthCare (PHC) is 33898. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 5253.
- What types of coverage does Preferred HealthCare (PHC) offer?
- Preferred HealthCare (PHC) covers medical.
- Can I submit claims to Preferred HealthCare (PHC) electronically?
- Yes. Preferred HealthCare (PHC) is reachable through clearinghouses for professional claims and institutional claims. Electronic claims are supported for professional (837P) and institutional (837I).
Compiled from public payer resources and clearinghouse catalogs. Details change often, so confirm with the payer before relying on them. Spot something out of date? Tell us and we will fix it.